Tyson Dyck
Global Guide 2024
Band 2 : Environment
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An experienced environmental lawyer with involvement across energy and infrastructure, mining and metals and climate change, Tyson brings strategic acumen, skillful advocacy and technical insight to his work advising clients on the environmental, health and safety aspects of their most complex matters.
In the energy and infrastructure sector, Tyson works extensively on the development, permitting and financing of high-profile projects across Canada, having advised on more than 50 wind, solar, gas, hydro and energy storage projects, together representing over 5,000 MW in installed capacity. He advises on major transmission and distribution projects, including electricity transmission lines and natural gas pipelines.
In the mining and metals sector, Tyson acts for companies acquiring, financing, developing and operating major uranium, potash, coal and precious metals operations across the country. He regularly advises these clients on stakeholder relations and permitting, compliance and enforcement matters, including investigations and prosecutions under provincial and federal environmental laws.
Tyson is also recognized as a leading lawyer in climate change policy and regulation, particularly on the carbon pricing systems adopted across North America. He has advised clients with responsibility for over 40,000 kilotonnes of greenhouse gas emissions on the formation and compliance of such systems.
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The rise of voluntary carbon markets
Voluntary carbon markets are poised for explosive growth in 2022. Over 40% of these firms plan to use offsetting as a strategy to achieve their Net Zero commitments. The World Bank, says this growth in voluntary corporate commitments is the main driving force behind increased carbon credit demand.
Mining: Mining sector unleashed
The mining sector is emerging from the pandemic from a position of strength driven by strong commodity prices & new drivers of investment & transaction activity. Here we examine the developments underscoring the transformation that is underway in Canada’s vibrant mining sector.
Virtual power purchase agreements: A net zero strategy
Against the backdrop of worldwide ambitions to reach net zero emissions by 2050, Canada’s renewable energy industry is undergoing significant change. Renewed interest in private power purchase agreements is emerging. Here we explore the mechanics of PPAs and the latest market trends in Canada.
Innovations in Resources, Energy and Infrastructure
Natural resources, energy & infrastructure players in Canada are embarking on transformational innovations to their operations and systems as technology entrenches itself into their industries. Here we examine key growth sectors along with opportunities and challenges within the energy industry.
The Growing Importance of ESG in M&A Transactions
As environmental, social and governance factors have grown as a focus for companies and their shareholders and employees, they are now increasingly important to the success of M&A transactions too. This article explores key ESG factors influencing the M&A realm, along with risks and opportunities.
In pursuit of a climate change risk framework for Canada’s financial institutions
While COVID-19 occupied the attention of governments, businesses & the public in 2020, ESG issues & climate change continued to receive significant attention. Here we discuss the gathering momentum of activity toward a climate change risk regulatory framework for the financial sector in Canada.
Given the potential for climate change to drive transformation across entire economic sectors, the fact that it often dominates the ESG conversation is hardly surprising. Here we examine the important role that climate change has assumed in ESG and the future impact of regulations and incentives.
Purpose and profit: ESG and the path forward
Environmental, social and governance factors have garnered the attention of companies, investors and stakeholders. Amid the crisis of the pandemic and climate change, there is an allure to business strategies that can deliver profits and societal value. This article examines recent ESG developments.
The Growing Importance of ESG in M&A Transactions
As environmental, social and governance factors have grown as a focus for companies and their shareholders and employees, they are now increasingly important to the success of M&A transactions too. This article explores key ESG factors influencing the M&A realm, along with risks and opportunities.
The rise of voluntary carbon markets
Voluntary carbon markets are poised for explosive growth in 2022. Over 40% of these firms plan to use offsetting as a strategy to achieve their Net Zero commitments. The World Bank, says this growth in voluntary corporate commitments is the main driving force behind increased carbon credit demand.
Mining: Mining sector unleashed
The mining sector is emerging from the pandemic from a position of strength driven by strong commodity prices & new drivers of investment & transaction activity. Here we examine the developments underscoring the transformation that is underway in Canada’s vibrant mining sector.
Virtual power purchase agreements: A net zero strategy
Against the backdrop of worldwide ambitions to reach net zero emissions by 2050, Canada’s renewable energy industry is undergoing significant change. Renewed interest in private power purchase agreements is emerging. Here we explore the mechanics of PPAs and the latest market trends in Canada.
Innovations in Resources, Energy and Infrastructure
Natural resources, energy & infrastructure players in Canada are embarking on transformational innovations to their operations and systems as technology entrenches itself into their industries. Here we examine key growth sectors along with opportunities and challenges within the energy industry.
The Growing Importance of ESG in M&A Transactions
As environmental, social and governance factors have grown as a focus for companies and their shareholders and employees, they are now increasingly important to the success of M&A transactions too. This article explores key ESG factors influencing the M&A realm, along with risks and opportunities.
In pursuit of a climate change risk framework for Canada’s financial institutions
While COVID-19 occupied the attention of governments, businesses & the public in 2020, ESG issues & climate change continued to receive significant attention. Here we discuss the gathering momentum of activity toward a climate change risk regulatory framework for the financial sector in Canada.
Given the potential for climate change to drive transformation across entire economic sectors, the fact that it often dominates the ESG conversation is hardly surprising. Here we examine the important role that climate change has assumed in ESG and the future impact of regulations and incentives.
Purpose and profit: ESG and the path forward
Environmental, social and governance factors have garnered the attention of companies, investors and stakeholders. Amid the crisis of the pandemic and climate change, there is an allure to business strategies that can deliver profits and societal value. This article examines recent ESG developments.
The Growing Importance of ESG in M&A Transactions
As environmental, social and governance factors have grown as a focus for companies and their shareholders and employees, they are now increasingly important to the success of M&A transactions too. This article explores key ESG factors influencing the M&A realm, along with risks and opportunities.
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